A group of apprehended migrants have filed a lawsuit against Greg Abbott, claiming the governor’s controversial border mission is unconstitutional. The migrants claim they were held in custody even after posting bond or having their charges dismissed.
Fifteen plaintiffs want a federal judge to declare Gov. Greg Abbott’s controversial border mission unconstitutional.
Angelica Cogliano, an attorney representing the plaintiffs, told The Texas Newsroom her clients’ experiences show Operation Lone Star is unconstitutional. Additionally, Cogliano said the plaintiffs are asking for the defendants to stop holding those arrested under Operation Lone Star in custody after posting bonds, entering a plea or once charges are dismissed.
Abbott and Coe didn’t reply to The Texas Newsroom’s request for comment. McCraw and Collier declined to comment, citing pending litigation.by Gov. Greg Abbott, who claimed it would help catch Mexican cartels and smugglers trying to make their way into Texas.
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